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Selling

14 articles, written for the Australian property market.

Selling9 min

How to sell your property privately in Australia

A step-by-step guide to selling your house or apartment without a real estate agent in Australia: pricing, contracts, marketing, inspections and settlement.

Selling6 min

What it really costs to sell a house in Australia

A breakdown of every cost involved in selling an Australian property: agent commission, conveyancing, marketing, mortgage discharge, capital gains tax and moving.

Selling6 min

Property photos that sell: a practical shooting guide

How to shoot listing photos that get enquiries: light, angles, room order, phone camera settings, staging and the shots buyers expect to see.

Selling8 min

Real estate agent commission rates in Australia, state by state

An overview of real estate commission structures in Australia, including typical state-by-state ranges and how to negotiate fees when selling property.

Selling8 min

Selling a deceased estate property in Australia

Understand the legal and practical steps for selling a deceased estate property in Australia, from obtaining probate to final settlement.

Selling8 min

Selling a property with tenants in it

Understand your rights, notice periods, and strategies for selling an Australian property while tenants are currently occupying the premises.

Selling8 min

Negotiating offers as a private seller

Learn how to handle offers, manage counter-offers, and navigate the legalities of selling your Australian property without a real estate agent.

Selling8 min

How to run an open home that turns inspections into offers

A practical guide for Australian homeowners on preparing, hosting, and following up on property inspections to attract serious buyers.

Selling8 min

How to write a property listing description that gets enquiries

Learn how to write a compelling property description that highlights key features and attracts genuine buyer enquiries for your Australian home.

Selling8 min

Renovations that add value before you sell, and those that do not

Learn which property renovations typically increase your sale price in Australia and which improvements fail to provide a return on investment.

Selling8 min

Home staging on a budget: what actually moves the price

Learn how to stage your Australian property for sale on a budget by focusing on high-impact areas like light, space, and street appeal.

Selling8 min

The best time of year to sell property in Australia

Explore how seasonal trends, local market cycles, and buyer behaviour influence the best time to list and sell Australian property for a premium price.

Selling8 min